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The strikes, organised by members of Unite, come after the union rejected the company’s latest pay offer. Around 350 bus workers working in the west London arm of London Transit are expected to walk out on December 12, 15, 22, 23 and 24. The affected bus routes will be: 13, 23, 31, N31, 218, 295 and 452.more

Waymo shared a photo of one of its self-driving Jaguar I-Pace cars as it drives past the iconic Abbey Road zebra crossing, with human safety drivers currently behind the wheel during testing.more

Above the roar of traffic, the rumble of the tube and the juddering construction noise of a towering new datacentre in Dagenham, east London, will soon rise a beautiful and unlikely melody: the bill-clattering of white storks. The birds will next year make a historic return to the UK capital as part of an ambitious rewilding effort to bring charismatic nature into busy city communities.more

Boasting over 300 languages spoken within its boundaries, London stands as one of the most linguistically diverse cities on Earth. Government data reveals that a third of the capital's population was born overseas, contributing to this rich tapestry of languages, with each borough boasting its own vibrant international communities.more

Tube fares in London are set to rise by an inflation-busting 5.8 per cent, Sir Sadiq Khan has confirmed to The Standard. It means that passengers using rail services in London, such as the Elizabeth line and the London Overground, will not benefit from the national rail fares freeze.more

London Liverpool Street has been named as Britain's busiest station for the third consecutive year. A total of 98 million passengers entered and exited the station until the end of March, up 3.7% on the year before, according to the Office of Rail and Road (ORR).more

A well-known UK restaurant chain faces potential closures after recording losses exceeding £8 million. John Vincent, who established Leon in 2004 and has recently reacquired the business from EG, revealed to the Sunday Times that certain unprofitable locations may need to shut down as part of his efforts to restore the company's financial health.more

Heathrow Airport says its teams are working with emergency services after an incident in the multi-storey car park at Terminal 3. Met Police says the incident is isolated and not related to terrorism or protest.more

Four people have been arrested after custard and apple crumble were flung at a display case containing part of the Crown Jewels in the Tower of London. Police were called shortly before 10:00 GMT on Saturday after the case containing the Imperial State Crown - which is typically worn by the King at formal ceremonies - was defaced.more

The Docklands Light Railway (DLR) is a key part of London's transport network - but why is it the only light railway in the capital and why isn't it in North London?more

Green, suburban and remarkably budget-friendly, the neighbourhood of Goodmayes is capturing the interest of countless individuals eager for a calmer pace of life with convenient city links. This Redbridge town, which has evolved into a key focal point within the borough, appeals to families, enterprises and commuters in equal measure.more

A host of strike action will take place in the coming weeks This year has seen a long line of protesting action from various sectors of the workforce, from bus drivers, to doctors to railway workers. And that action is not stopping as we head towards the end of 2025 with a whole host of new strikes planned for the capital, which may affect you going about your daily life.more

New fares and “customer rewards” are under consideration by Transport for London as it attempts to lure more passengers back to the capital’s public transport network. But an unspecified number of buses in central and inner London face being axed, resulting in many passengers facing “longer journeys” or having to change between buses to complete their journey.more

Have you ever wondered what it must be like to join Santa and his reindeer riding high in the sky on Christmas Eve? Now, it might just be possible to experience the next-best thing as for the first time ever, the London Eye has opened a Christmas Grotto where visitors can meet Santa and his merry band of elves 135 metres above London's rooftops.more

The number of 999 calls in London has risen over the past week, with London Ambulance Service (LAS) reporting its three busiest days of 2025 in a row. The service said the 20% increase included more calls from people with breathing difficulties due to viral infections and respiratory illnesses such as the flu.more

Liverpool Street, the UK's busiest railway station, will shut for multiple days over the festive period - disrupting journeys for millions of people. National Rail is carrying out a second lot of engineering works from Christmas Day until New Year's Day, with services resuming on January 2.more

More than 170 paintings and drawings by British landscape painters William Turner and John Constable are on display at Tate Britain in London starting Thursday in the exhibition "Rivals and Originals." The exhibition commemorates the 250th anniversary of the births of both artists.more

Only about five per cent of Londoners on the waiting list for a council home have any chance of being rehoused, a City Hall inquiry has been told.more

Thousands of Tube station ticket barriers are getting a new look – with passengers being offered up to £180 a year “cash back” on their fares. Transport for London has signed a new sponsorship deal with the online bank Chase, and its blue and white logo will feature on about 5,000 “contactless” barriers on the London Underground.more

Fears have emerged that London commuters face being “singled out” for fare hikes while the rest of the country enjoys a freeze in the cost of rail travel. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has announced that “regulated” rail fares will be frozen from March 2026, saving commuters up to £350 a year.more

The mayor of London has cautiously welcomed reports that he is to impose a tourist levy on visitors staying overnight in the capital. Chancellor Rachel Reeves is expected to give Sir Sadiq Khan and other civic chiefs the authority to do so through the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill, which is currently going through Parliament.more

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is likely to approve the establishment of a new Chinese embassy in London, as the British Foreign Office and Home Office will not raise any formal objections to the matter, according to “The Times.” The decision is to be announced on December 10.more

Proposed new traffic routes and public transport changes to accommodate the pedestrianisation of Oxford Street have been released as part of a consultation by the mayor of London and Transport for London (TfL).more

Over the past 20 years, one in five British homeowners have seen the value of their property rise by 20% or more. And new analysis from estate agent Savills reveals that, nationwide, nominal house prices have nearly doubled over two decades, climbing by 95%.more

Nestled within the London Borough of Croydon, New Addington presents a distinct suburban environment that combines green spaces and rolling hills with community facilities.more